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Cologne to Dresden Hauptbahnhof

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Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Leverkusen to Dresden
Ave. Duration:
8h 15m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$57.25–$82.70

Airlines

KLM

Website:
klm.com
Plane from Düsseldorf International Airport to Berlin
Ave. Duration:
3h 13m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$241.73–$1,399.49

Lufthansa

Website:
lufthansa.com/
Plane from Düsseldorf International Airport to Dresden
Ave. Duration:
2h 57m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$203.56–$559.79
Plane from Cologne Bonn Airport to Dresden
Ave. Duration:
4h 11m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$241.73–$508.90
Plane from Frankfurt to Dresden
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$139.95–$534.35
Plane from Cologne Bonn Airport to Berlin
Ave. Duration:
3h 5m
Frequency:
Monday to Friday
Estimated price:
$152.67–$547.07
Plane from Düsseldorf International Airport to Berlin
Ave. Duration:
3h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$178.12–$521.63

Eurowings

Website:
eurowings.com
Plane from Düsseldorf International Airport to Dresden
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$95.42–$419.85
Plane from Cologne Bonn Airport to Berlin
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$62.34–$305.34
Plane from Düsseldorf International Airport to Berlin
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$69.97–$254.45

Train operators

NS

Phone:
+31 30 751 5155
Website:
ns.nl/
Train from Koeln Hbf to Frankfurt(Main)Hbf
Ave. Duration:
1h 3m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$25.45–$62.34
Train from Koeln Hbf to Frankfurt(M)
Ave. Duration:
49 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$24.17–$59.80

Eurostar

Phone:
+44 343 218 6186
Website:
eurostar.com/rw-en
Train from Koeln Hbf to Duesseldorf
Ave. Duration:
32 min
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$31.81–$69.97

Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express

Phone:
+49 30 311-682904
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Koeln Hbf to Duesseldorf
Ave. Duration:
31 min
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$29.26–$33.08
Train from Koeln Hbf to Frankfurt(Main)Hbf
Ave. Duration:
1h 11m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$49.62–$54.71
Train from Frankfurt to Dresden
Ave. Duration:
5h 3m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$101.78–$114.50
Train from Koeln Hbf to Frankfurt(M)
Ave. Duration:
57 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$47.07–$53.43
Train from Flughafen BER to Dresden
Ave. Duration:
1h 26m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$47.07–$53.43
Train from Köln Hbf to Dresden
Ave. Duration:
7h 28m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$127.23–$139.95

Nightjet

Phone:
+43 51717
Website:
nightjet.com/en/#/home
Train from Koeln Hbf to Halle(Saale)Hbf
Ave. Duration:
9h 3m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$63.61–$203.56

Deutsche Bahn Regional

Phone:
+49 30 2970
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Halle(Saale)Hbf to Borsdorf(Sachs)
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$13.99–$20.36
Train from Borsdorf(Sachs) to Dresden
Ave. Duration:
1h 34m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$21.63–$31.81

Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)

Phone:
+32 70 79 79 79
Website:
belgiantrain.be/en
Train from Koeln Hbf to Halle(Saale)Hbf
Ave. Duration:
9h 3m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$55.98–$82.70

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Train from Koeln Hbf to Duesseldorf
Ave. Duration:
38 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$12.72–$19.08

Österreichische Bundesbahnen

Website:
konzern.oebb.at/
Train from Koeln Hbf to Halle(Saale)Hbf
Ave. Duration:
9h 3m
Frequency:
6 times a week

TRI Train Rental GmbH

Phone:
+49 9126 301 90 70
Website:
train-rental.com/
Train from Koeln Hbf to Duesseldorf
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Once daily

Flixtrain

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 100
Website:
flixtrain.de/
Train from Köln Hbf to Dresden
Ave. Duration:
8h 14m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$63.61–$95.42

Other operators

BlaBlaCar

Phone:
+3 318 576 2228
Website:
blablacar.com
Other from Cologne to Dresden
Ave. Duration:
5h 58m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$24.17–$48.35

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Cologne to Dresden Hauptbahnhof?

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Dresden Hauptbahnhof is to rideshare which costs $20.65 - $41.30 and takes 6h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cologne to Dresden Hauptbahnhof?

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Dresden Hauptbahnhof is to train and fly which takes 3h 39m and costs $97.83 - $467.39 .

Is there a direct bus between Cologne and Dresden Hauptbahnhof?

No, there is no direct bus from Cologne to Dresden Hauptbahnhof station. However, there are services departing from Köln Heumarkt and arriving at Dresden central station via Leverkusen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Dresden Hauptbahnhof?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Köln Hbf and arriving at Dresden Hauptbahnhof. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 28m.

How far is it from Cologne to Dresden Hauptbahnhof?

The distance between Cologne and Dresden Hauptbahnhof is 553 km. The road distance is 594.7 km.

How do I travel from Cologne to Dresden Hauptbahnhof without a car?

The best way to get from Cologne to Dresden Hauptbahnhof without a car is to train via Frankfurt am Main which takes 7h 6m and costs $108.70 - $152.17 .

How long does it take to get from Cologne to Dresden Hauptbahnhof?

It takes approximately 3h 39m to get from Cologne to Dresden Hauptbahnhof, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Dresden Hauptbahnhof bus from?

Cologne to Dresden Hauptbahnhof bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Leverkusen station.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Dresden Hauptbahnhof train from?

Cologne to Dresden Hauptbahnhof train services, operated by NS, depart from Koeln Hbf station.

Train, bus or fly from Cologne to Dresden Hauptbahnhof?

The best way to get from Cologne to Dresden Hauptbahnhof is to train via Frankfurt am Main which takes 7h 6m and costs $108.70 - $152.17 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $48.91 - $70.65 and takes 9h 48m, you could also fly, which costs $54.35 - $358.70 and takes 5h 12m.

Where does the Cologne to Dresden Hauptbahnhof bus arrive?

Cologne to Dresden Hauptbahnhof bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Dresden central station.

Where does the Cologne to Dresden Hauptbahnhof train arrive?

Cologne to Dresden Hauptbahnhof train services, operated by NS, arrive at Frankfurt(Main)Hbf station.

Can I drive from Cologne to Dresden Hauptbahnhof?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Dresden Hauptbahnhof is 595 km. It takes approximately 4h 59m to drive from Cologne to Dresden Hauptbahnhof.

How do I get a train ticket from Cologne to Dresden Hauptbahnhof?

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Where can I stay near Dresden Hauptbahnhof?

There are 1756+ hotels available in Dresden Hauptbahnhof. Prices start at $50.05 per night.

Can I share a ride from Cologne to Dresden Hauptbahnhof?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Cologne and Dresden Hauptbahnhof. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.
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